Senior BackEnd Developer - Cyber (Contract) in Malvern

Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy that has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators, and software houses. We believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.

We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods, we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. Predominantly focused on the public sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Back-End Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python and Go, with extensive experience in developing and maintaining robust backend systems. You will work closely with our front-end developers, data engineers, and product managers to build scalable and efficient applications that meet the needs of our users. Your role will involve designing APIs, managing databases, and ensuring the security and performance of our services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient and reliable back-end systems using Python and Go.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, WebSocket, and GraphQL services, ensuring comprehensive documentation with Swagger / OpenAPI.
• Manage and optimize databases, specifically PostgreSQL, NATS, Redis, and Min.IO.
• Leverage Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Functions, Azure KeyVault, Azure SQL Database, and Azure DevOps for cloud-based solutions.
• Implement robust security protocols using OAuth and KeyCloak.
• Utilize Git for version control, ensuring collaborative and efficient code management.
• Implement containerization and orchestration solutions with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira and Confluence to track progress and share knowledge.
• Monitor and improve system performance with Prometheus and Grafana.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Senior Back-End Developer or similar role.
• Languages: Python / Go / Java - the main code base is Go and we are transitioning the ingestion pipelines from Python and Azure Data Factory.
• Messaging: NATS, Kafka and Azure Service Bus (AMQP).
• Databases: PostgreSQL, Blob storage: S3 / Minio / Azure Blob Storage.
• Other Azure services including Kubernetes / Key Vault etc.
• NiFi experience is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in the development of highly reliable and scalable systems.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing RESTful APIs, WebSocket, and GraphQL services.
• Solid understanding of database management, including PostgreSQL, NATS, Redis, and Min.IO.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and cloud-based architecture.
• Expertise in implementing security measures using OAuth and KeyCloak.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools: Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools: GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Pipelines.
• Excellent collaboration skills with experience using Jira and Confluence.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Contract Details:

• Competitive day rates.
• On-site 5 days p/week (secret location).
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with leading clients.

Note: Due to the nature of this role, active UK Security Clearance (SC minimum, DV preferred) is a mandatory requirement. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.